About UsFounded in 2020, Tamara empowers over 10 million people daily. We're pioneers, revolutionizing how people shop, pay, and bank across the MENA region. We partner with thousands of merchants, from leading global and regional brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, Noon, IKEA, and H&M to small and medium businesses. Our rapid growth has resulted in success as we mark our Unicorn status. It's exciting, and this is just the beginning. It's more than a place to work; together, we are a customer-focused community, changing people's lives while achieving business results.
Your roleWe're seeking a Senior Accountant for our Finance team. As Senior Accountant, you will be crucial in performing and coordinating accounting duties within our organization.
Drawing on your proficiency in preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, you will be responsible for preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned to create unique experiences only Tamara can provide.
With a proven track record of solid working knowledge of IFRS and strong financial analysis skills, outstanding Excel skills, detail-oriented, highly organized, able to work with little to no supervision, perform under pressure, and ultimately revolutionize the way millions of users shop, pay, and bank.
You are a driven, determined, curious team player, knowing that collective strength means we all win. With a positive outlook, you are solution-oriented-persevering regardless of circumstances, always finding a way through, no matter the challenges.
You will effectively find a way to work with everyone through empathy and respect. You will be driven and comfortable with responding quickly with urgency, with the ability to change course without losing momentum and energy, resulting in great success.
Your responsibilities - Processing financial transactions including but not limited to invoices, credit notes, debit notes etc .
- Prepare and present analytical reports.
- Reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies.
- Handling internal and external inquiries related to payments and settlement issues and help resolving them.
- Identifying ways to improve the efficiency of existing processes.
- Working closely with the Tech team in streamlining data workflows and processes related to settlements, revenue preparation, other reconciliations, etc.
- Assisting annual financial and due-diligence audits in providing backup documentation and system review with the auditors.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Staying up-to-date on relevant accounting regulations and best practices.
Your expertise - Degree in Accounting or finance.
- CPA/ACCA/CA qualification
- Fluent in English, verbal and written.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Experience in cross-functional and data-driven teams and projects.
- Excellent command of Excel as well as knowledge of ERP Accounting Software.
- A good business partnering mindset.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Worked previously in a fast-paced startup environment or similar would be a bonus.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills.
Join the revolution!Tamara is a vibrant hub of exceptional individuals worldwide, with over 40+ nationalities committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We're proud of the wealth of cultural backgrounds that shape our teams, ensuring every experience is acknowledged and celebrated.
We seek self-driven individuals, fuelled by curiosity, ready to take control of their professional and personal development. We're creating a place where possibilities are for the taking through career mobility, mentoring, and cross-border collaboration. This approach has earned us a spot as one of the most competitive tech companies to work for in the MENA region.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
